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Animals Poetry
Explore poetry books about animals for children.
233 books
Runny Babbit: A Billy Sook
Shel Silverstein
Step into a wacky world of spoonerisms and silly sketches where every sentence is a hilarious tongue-twister waiting to
Ages 4–10
Fire! Fire! Said Mrs. McGuire
Bill Martin Jr.
Join Mrs. McGuire and her animal friends in this playful adaptation of a classic rhyme. What starts as a worried cry of
Ages 3–7
Sing-Along Stories
The Lady with the Alligator Purse
Mary Ann Hoberman
Tiny Tim and Miss Lucy come to life with hilarious new lyrics and games in this vibrant, musical reimagining of a favori
Ages 2–5
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Frané Lessac's Australian World
Under the Southern Cross
Frané Lessac
Bats flit over outdoor movies and mysterious orbs glow in the outback as families gather under the Australian night sky.
Ages 4–8
A First Book of Nature #2
Song of the Wild: A First Book of Animals
Nicola Davies
From the massive blue whale to a tiny bumblebee bat, these lyrical poems capture the fascinating diversity of animals ac
Ages 5–9
Little Blue Truck #7
Little Blue Truck's Valentine
Alice Schertle
Little Blue Truck hits the road to deliver Valentine's Day cards to all his pals, while quietly hoping there might be a
Ages 0–4
Mother Goose
Mother Goose's Little Treasures
Iona Opie
For parents seeking to soothe their little ones with the rhythmic magic of language, these rare nursery rhymes offer a m
Ages 0–5
Hen on a Pen
Elisa Anderson
Bright illustrations and silly rhymes follow a hen on a pen to help beginning readers build confidence through simple, c
Ages 2–5
Beginner Books
Oh Say Can You Say?
Dr. Seuss
Prepare for a hilarious workout for your mouth with this wild collection of nonsensical tongue twisters.
Ages 5–9
Jumpety-bumpety Hop: A Parade of Animal Poems
Kay Chorao
A rhythmic parade of animals hops and jumps through these classic verses from celebrated English and American poets.
Ages 3–7
My Very First Mother Goose
Pussycat Pussycat and Other Rhymes
Iona Opie
Classic nursery rhymes come to life with colorful illustrations, bringing the rhythmic world of Pussycat Pussycat and th
Ages 0–3
Indestructibles
This Little Piggy
Amy Pixton
This chew-proof and washable edition of the classic nursery rhyme is built to handle every tug and wiggle from tiny toes
Ages 0–2
Is Anyone Home?
Ron Maris
Peer into the barns and corners of Grandpa’s farm to see which animals are hiding inside their cozy homes.
Ages 1–4
Revolving Pictures
Clifton Bingham
Pull the ribbon tabs to shift these circular Victorian-style illustrations and watch as one charming scene transforms in
Ages 3–8
In the Wild
David Elliott
Bold woodcut illustrations and vivid poems celebrate the majesty of the animal kingdom in its most natural, untamed stat
Ages 4–8
Atticus Caticus
Sarah Maizes
For the child who shares an inseparable bond with their pet, this jazz-inspired rhythmic romp celebrates the silly, snug
Ages 3–7
If Not for the Cat
Jack Prelutsky
Short, elegant poems capture the essence of different animals, offering a quiet and clever look at the natural world.
Ages 4–8
The Owl and the Pussycat
Edward Lear
Sail away for a year and a day with a romantic owl and a elegant cat as they search for the perfect ring to seal their w
Ages 3–7
I Dream for You
David Wax, Brett Blumenthal
A soothing bedtime poem for parents to share their deepest hopes with their little ones, featuring tender animal familie
Ages 0–3
Voices from the Wild: An Animal Sensagoria
David Bouchard
Listen to the voices of the wild through poems that explain how sight, smell, and hearing help different animals survive
Ages 7–12
Predator and Prey: A Conversation in Verse
Susannah Buhrman-Deever
For the curious child who marvels at how nature really works. This book uses clever 'dueling' poems to show the life and
Ages 6–10
Headlines from the Jungle
Anne Harvey, Virginia McKenna
For the young animal lover concerned about the planet, this moving poetry collection explores the beauty of wildlife and
Ages 8–12
Around the World on Eighty Legs
Amy Gibson
For the curious child who loves animals and silly rhymes, this poetic world tour blends funny verses with fascinating wi
Ages 4–9
On Hid Well Farm
Lisa Mills
For the curious toddler eager to explore the world, these rhythmic verses capture the magic of farm animals and the peac
Ages 2–6
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